Tony Evers

Federal Grant Will Boost Train Speeds in Milwaukee

Long sought upgrade will benefit both passenger and freight trains.

Gov. Evers Seeks Applicants for Outagamie County Circuit Court

Veterans Say Klein Hall Gave Them a New Life

Now the Chippewa Falls facility closing after Republican legislators cut funding.

Governor’s Office Estimates Trump Megabill Will Cost State $284 Million

Up to 270,000 could lose health insurance and 43,700 lose food assistance.

Gov. Evers Sends Letter Urging Congress to Reject President Trump’s Reckless Cuts Affecting Emergency Preparedness and Response, Clean Water, and Infrastructure Investments

Governor raises concerns to members of Congress about President Trump’s budget cuts affecting disaster preparedness and response, access to clean water, local law enforcement road safety efforts, and cybersecurity and infrastructure security

Gov. Evers Welcomes Students, Educators, and Staff Back for the 2025-26 School Year, Kicks Off Statewide Back-to-school Tour

Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Test Messages In La Crosse

Six candidates, including two for governor, appear at corn roast. How did their messages vary?

Applications Open For Dramatically Expanded Free Driver Education Program

Backed by Common Ground, new state budget includes $6 million annual funding allocation.

Two Weeks After Flood, Milwaukee Ending Emergency Services

The Department of Public Works will begin its transition back to normal operations.

Milwaukee Wins Funding For New Southside Protected Bike Lane

Project would provide safe travel in corridor between two large parks.

State Budget Shifts Money from Schools to Milwaukee Prosecutors

$2.2 million per year diverted from city schools could violate state constitution.

MPS Superintendent Faces Uphill Battle Rebuilding Community Trust

Brenda Cassellius aims to improve a school district dogged by tough issues.

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce $22 Million to Support Transportation Projects Aimed at Improving Air Quality, Reducing Traffic Delays and Congestion 

Federal funding supports bus route expansion, smart traffic signal installation, bike path and trail upgrades, and more

State Funding Indirectly Supporting New Courthouse Project

Latest cost estimate is $490 million. County could start borrowing for it as soon as 2027.

Rep. Fitzgerald Fact-checks Governor Evers- Top 5 False Claims About the One Big Beautiful Bill

ReadyWisconsin Preparedness Starts at Home – Join ReadyWisconsin During National Preparedness Month

The Surprising Views of Justice Hagedorn

Elected as a conservative, he actually sides at least as much with liberals.

Gov. Evers Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration

FEMA finished preliminary assessment, Evers makes formal plea to Trump.

Bill by Wisconsin Democrats Revives State’s Land Purchase Program

Republicans didn't reauthorize bipartisan Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Provides Update on Fema Preliminary Damage Assessment Visit and Flood Recovery Efforts

Health Professionals Say State’s Abortion Laws Restrict Care

'We have a slew of abortion restrictions on the books that pre-dated Dobbs.'

City, County Officials Say More Shelters Needed After Floods

Churches, gyms, schools, residents encouraged to open doors to those in need.

When Will Green Bay Prison Be Closed?

Evers and GOP legislators can't agree on when or how or what it will cost.

Primaries Let Voters Pick Governor Candidates

How many candidates will run? The list looks long.

$1.5m Being Released Today for Driver Ed Grants – Eligible Students Should Apply Asap

Youth Sue State to Overturn Laws Affecting Climate Crisis

Environmental groups representing Wisconsin youth aged 8-17 filed lawsuit.

GOP Lawmakers Trying New Move To Block Evers’ Rulemaking

Supreme Court previously gave Evers approval to avoid Legislature, which governor is now embracing.

Lawmakers Debate ‘No Tax on Tips’ After Cutting It from Evers’ Budget

The policy echoes a provision in President Donald Trump's signature tax and immigration law

FEMA Surveys Milwaukee Area Storm Damage

Preliminary damage assessment teams were on Milwaukee's north side on Thursday

Vos, Felzkowski Statement on Evers’ Unconstitutional Power Grab

Republican Proposal Prevents Local ‘Rights of Nature’ Ordinances

Proposed bill comes weeks after Green Bay city council voted to draft resolution.

Gov. Evers Pushes Long List of State Rule Changes

Citing WI Supreme Court ruling, he declares end to Legislature's 'abuse of power.'

WisGOP Names Executive Director

FEMA Will Start Surveying Storm Damage in Milwaukee Thursday

More than 18,000 damage reports filed so far, 83% in Milwaukee County.

Flood Damage Toll Rises Ahead of FEMA Assessment

More than 1,500 homes in Milwaukee County destroyed or suffered major damage.

Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs Announces Arrival of FEMA Preliminary Damage Assessment Teams in Milwaukee Metro Area

Gov. Evers Joins Domtar Paper Company to Celebrate Groundbreaking of Rothschild Dam Modernization Project

$42 million secured in 2025-27 Biennial Budget to support modernization of Rothschild Dam, enhancing economic development, public safety, flood control, and more

Council Members Pitch Trump to Declare FEMA Emergency

Dimitrijevic and Chambers lead letter urging FEMA help after 1000-year rainstorm.

Gov. Evers Successfully Secures Federal Hubzone Designation to Support Small Businesses, Boost Local Economies Across Rural Wisconsin

Mayor Skips Finalists, Picks Outsider For Key Violence Prevention Role

Johnson taps Adam Procell, who turned his life around after homicide conviction.

Gov. Evers, DCF Deliver $8.7 Million in First Round of Direct Payments to Over 3,000 Child Care Providers Statewide, Supporting Care of Over 126,000 Wisconsin Kids and Retaining Over 25,000 Child Care Staff  

Evers Administration ensures providers see no gaps in funding after Child Care Counts

State Budget Included $15 Million in Earmarks for Robin Vos’ District

Gov. Evers didn’t veto funds sought by Assembly speaker as part of budget deal.

13,000 Properties in SE Wisconsin Suffered Flood Damage

Many not covered by home insurance, waiting on FEMA declaration.

Wisconsin Emergency Management Responds to Historic Flooding in Southeast Wisconsin

Moore, Baldwin, and Steil Call on FEMA to Provide Immediate Federal Support for Flooding Damage

Evers Bypasses GOP-Led Committee To Implement Pay Raises For State Workers

Evers administration says Supreme Court ruling means he can skip final approval for already funded action.

School Report Cards Being Updated, But Major Changes Need Legislative Approval

DPI says updates are a necessary step to ensure the system remains fair.

DNR Has Seen 500 Positions Cut Since 2003, Says It Is Causing Delays

Loss of 20 vacant positions is latest in a long-term trend, leaders say.

County Asking For Citizens To Help With Push For Federal Flood Aid

It reports more than $20 million in damage to its own property.

Wisconsin’s State Budget Surplus Is Shrinking

Spending and tax cuts have consumed most of surplus, Policy Forum warns.

Baldwin, Moore, Steil Call for Trump Administration to Provide Immediate Federal Support for Flood Damage in Southeastern Wisconsin

Lawmakers support Wisconsin’s request for assistance with federal damage assessment

Wisconsin DOJ Raises Awareness of Missing Child Alerts

Milwaukee Offers Guidance For Bars, Restaurants Cleaning Up From Storm

O'Lydia's showcased by Mayor, Health Department as 'best of the worst-case scenario.'

Federal Funding Cut Imperils Wisconsin’s Unemployment System Update

System that buckled in 2020 was being updated, but work can't be completed without funding.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Provides New Update Following Extreme Storms and Flooding

Gov. Evers Requests FEMA Support to Assess and Respond to Storm Damage in Wisconsin

Governor requests FEMA support after initial damage review suggests Wisconsin will exceed threshold required to receive federal aid and assistance

Competing Bills Aim To Save Two State Facilities For Homeless Veterans

Budget deal 'overlooked' $2 million funding need.

Evers Kills Bill That Would Have Made It More Difficult For Felons To Resume Voting

ACLU called proposed restrictions a 'modern-day poll tax.'

Evers, Crowley Tour Water-Damaged Areas

Individuals with damage need to report it by calling 211 for state to make aid claim.

Storms Close Two Milwaukee Libraries ‘Long Term’

Plus: City adding evening hours to drop-off centers.

Criminal Justice Reform Advocates Blast ‘Lack of Urgency’ in Closing Green Bay Prison

Budget signed by Evers called for max security facility to close, but governor removed deadline.

Rep. Robyn Vining Celebrates the Opening of the MCW Center for Cancer Discovery

Rep. Robyn Vining Tours Wauwatosa Flood Damage With Governor Evers

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration to Reverse Course on Cuts Stalling Wisconsin’s Unemployment Insurance Modernization Efforts Designed to Prevent Fraud and Waste

Governor urges Trump Administration to restore $29 million Wisconsin expects to receive to modernize UI system, support projects designed to crack down on benefit fraud and abuse

Governor Evers Visits Flood Victims in 2nd District

Statement from Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. August 12, 2025

Gov. Evers Declares State of Emergency for Flash Flooding and Storm Damage Across Wisconsin

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Provides Update Following Extreme Storms and Flooding

Bipartisan Law Allows Advanced Nurses To Set Up Their Own Practices

Compromise becomes law after previous versions stalled.

Gov. Tony Evers Vetoes Uber Drivers, Parole Violation Bills

Governor vetoed 5 bills Friday afternoon and signed 17 others, including several related to health care and policing.

Extension of COP house grant program will bolster communities

Statement from Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt August 8, 2025

Gov. Evers Takes Action on 21 Bills

Evers Balks At Trump Admin’s Plan To Cancel $62 Million Grant For Homeowners

Solar for All program would support installation of solar energy systems in Wisconsin.

Gov. Evers Wraps Up Statewide Tour Highlighting Bipartisan State Budget Investments to Support Access to Affordable Healthcare in Midst of Reckless Republican Cuts

Governor discusses devastating cuts to Medicaid and food assistance while highlighting bipartisan budget initiatives to support healthcare access statewide

Even With Evers Out, Gubernatorial Field Remains Small

Strategists say any would-be candidates must weigh the potential benefits of announcing early against the demands of a lengthy campaign.

Gov. Evers to Sign Bipartisan Bill Expanding Healthcare Service Access with New Licensure Opportunities for Nurses

Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of World War II Army Air Forces Private Herbert E. McLaughlin Who Lost His Life

Gov. Evers Urges Trump Administration Not to Cut Critical Solar for All Program

Governor warns Trump Administration that cuts to Solar for All will cause energy bills to go up, hurt efforts to improve air quality and create jobs in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Announces State Building Commission Approves Over $110 Million in Projects Across Wisconsin 

Tommy Thompson for Governor?

'Why not?' says former governor, 85. 'My mind is sharp as hell.'

Evers Offers $100 Million in Incentives to Eli Lilly’s Kenosha County Project

Company will invest $4 billion, create 750 jobs in Pleasant Prairie.

Medical College of Wisconsin Celebrates Grand Opening of the Center for Cancer Discovery, Heralding a New Era of Cancer Research in Wisconsin

MCW President and CEO Dr. John Raymond, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers, elected officials, and community leaders in attendance for today’s ribbon cutting ceremony.

Amid Falling Vaccination Rates GOP Bill Pushes Exemptions

Bill requires waiver forms be given to parents with health forms schools give them.

The Many Lawsuits of Josh Kaul

29 suits by AG against Trump administration. Will this help or hurt Kaul if he runs for governor?

Appeals Court Rules Against DNR Board Holdout

Emails show Frederick Prehn was working with GOP legislators to stay in seat past appointment.

Gov. Evers Urges Bipartisan Opposition to Trump Budget

Governor releases list of impacts Trump Administration’s budget will have on Wisconsin’s seniors, women, veterans, people with disabilities, and workforce

Gov. Evers Delivers Weekly Radio Address Celebrating the 174th Wisconsin State Fair

Justice Rebecca Bradley’s Favorite Obsession

She's death on 'unelected bureaucrats." What's that all about?

Will Evers Sign Bill Making Gig Drivers Independent Contractors?

Would exclude Uber, Lyft, DoorDash drivers from rules protecting workers.

Gov. Evers Charges EPA Has Abandoned Science

Joins California Gov. Newsom, condemning end of greenhouse gas regulations.

Gov. Evers, DATCP Announce Investments to Support Wisconsin Dairy, Meat, and Crop Exports

Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports to continue expanding key Wisconsin exports through bipartisan budget signed by Gov. Evers this month

Governor Evers, WEDC announce more than $1.5 million in grants to support small businesses across Wisconsin

Funding will allow local organizations to assist with building improvements, training, and other financial support.

‘Signs of Life’ in Wisconsin Housing Market

Sales up 8.1% in June. But homes unaffordable for many first-time buyers.

Gov. Evers, WisDOT announce $645,000 Transportation Economic Assistance Grant to attract foundry to Wisconsin, create 129 new jobs

Gov. Evers Appoints New Member to DATCP Board

Youth Will Be Served in Governor’s Race

A national trend. Next governor could be three decades younger than Tony Evers.

Rep. Goodwin Responds to Governor Evers’ Decision Not to Seek Re-Election

Why Tony Evers Could Have Run Again

Why he was likely to win and thrive as a three-term governor.

State’s First Dental Assistant Registered Apprenticeship Program Launches

Program is latest earn-while-you-learn solution aimed at workforce shortages

Study Ties Weak State Gun Laws to Child Deaths

Child deaths up 15% in Wisconsin, one of 28 states with most permissive laws.

County Exec, Governor Celebrate New Affordable Housing Development

New facility provides supportive housing units for seniors with disabilities experiencing homelessness.